A graduate research assistant is needed to collect, analyze, and disseminate information for a study entitled, “The Benefits and Challenges of Being a Teacher and Principal in a Rural School.” This research is led by Dr. Jane Preston, Faculty of Education, UPEI.

The study represents an extensive literature review involving the anticipated collection and analysis of approximately 200+ published documents. The purpose of the research is to document the benefits and challenges of working as a teacher or school principal in a rural school.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform library and Internet searches on issues pertaining to rural education.
• Print and organize all documents found.
• Create a properly formatted APA reference list representative of all documents.
• Review/read documents and summarize the main points within the document.
• Analyze and thematically code the content of the documents.
• Meet with Dr. Preston every few weeks to provide updates on information found.

Priority to University of Prince Edward Island students in accordance with Recruitment, Selection, Hiring and Employment Policies and Procedures manual.

Application Instructions:

Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list, to be received no later than the closing date, via the link below. You can also apply in person to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number (902) 894-2895.

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